Gujerati-Style Cabbage with Carrots (Sambhara)

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 0
Gujerati-Style Cabbage with Carrots (Sambhara)
in Vegan

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

1/2 lb cabbage
1/2 lb carrot
1/2 hot green chili pepper ( fresh )
2/3 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pinch asafoetida powder
2/3 tablespoon black mustard seeds
1 dried hot red chilies
7/8 teaspoon salt
1/3 teaspoon sugar
2/3 tablespoon fresh coriander , chopped
2/3 teaspoon lemon juice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
85
Sugar
4g
Fat
6g
Gujerati-Style Cabbage with Carrots (Sambhara) is a popular dish from the western Indian state of Gujarat. It is a simple yet flavorful stir-fry that is typically served as a side dish or with roti or parathas. The dish is spiced with asafoetida powder, black mustard seeds, and dried red chilies, which gives it a unique flavor. The combination of cabbage and carrots with the spices makes it a healthy and tasty dish that can be made in under 20 minutes.

Instructions

1.Finely shred the cabbage and julienne the carrots. Set aside.
2.In a wok or large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
3.Add the asafoetida powder, black mustard seeds, and dried red chilies and stir for 30 seconds till the mustard seeds pop.
4.Add the chopped green chili and the cabbage and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the cabbage is slightly tender.
5.Add the carrots and continue to stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
6.Sprinkle salt, sugar, and lemon juice over the cabbage and carrot mixture.
7.Stir-fry for another 2 minutes until everything is well combined.
8.Garnish with chopped fresh coriander before serving.

PROS

This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cabbage and carrots.
It is vegan, low carb, gluten-free, and healthy.
The spice level can be adjusted according to taste.

CONS

Some may find the dish too spicy, the asafoetida powder might be hard to find in some locations.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cabbage and carrots are two of the healthiest vegetables around. Both of them are high in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants that can help improve digestion and boost the immune system.
Asafoetida powder has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries to treat digestive issues such as gas and bloating.

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